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Betula nigra 'Cully'
Heritage River Birch

Leaf
Flower
No Ornamental Flower
Fruit
No Ornamental Fruit
Tree Bark
Braun Horticulture
Bark
Habit (Young)
AVK Nursery
Habit (Young)
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Hardiness Zone 3
Full Sun
Full Sun
Average Moisture
Average Moisture
Culture
Prefers moist soil - often found in the wild near riverbeds. Should only be pruned in summer as plant will "bleed" other times. Prefers more acid soil (pH <6.5).
Landscape Value
Improved version of the species with greater vigor and larger leaves.
Exfoliating paper-like bark common to birches but brown rather than white.
Listed as more resistant to Borers.
Ovoid Tree
Ovoid Tree
User Opinions 12m-21m (39'-69') High
9m-15m (30'-49') Wide
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